Sanchi Stupa built by Mauryan king, Ashoka after conquering the battle of Kalinga and embraced Buddhism. It was the first stupa which was erected by Ashoka in 3rd century B.C. later many other stupas and Buddhist edifices. It has been one of the best evident, which is blended with Mauryan art and architecture. In 1818, Sanchi Stupa was discovered by British archeologist. After visiting this tourist destination, if you have flight to your home from Delhi, you can opt for sunrise taj mahal tour by car from delhi or by train as well, so that you can visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World as well as Agra Fort which is declared as UNESCO World Heritage site as well. While visiting Taj Mahal remember the tajmahal timing which is 30 minutes from sunrise and 30 minutes before sunset.
A Brief Insight Of Sanchi Stupa:-
A prominent Stupa, dedicated to the Lord Buddha, was erected at Sanchi, known to be one of the world heritage sites declared by UNESCO. It is made out of bricks with a stone umbrella on the top of the Stupa. In order to protect this monument is surrounded by wooden barrier. Being the second largest Stupa, the Sanchi Stupa is dedicated to the life and journey of Lord Buddha. It has been a great place for the history buffs and tourists. It turns out to be one of the oldest stone structures in the country. Subsequently, Sanchi Stupa has been renovated by the rule of Shunga dynasty. At present, it has been prominent site among the followers of Buddhism.
What Is The Best Time To Visit Sanchi Stupa:-
The best time to be here starts from November to March which is also known as winters of India, but during the summers, it becomes a bit difficult for the tourist to adjust with temperature. If you trip to this monument, you are not supposed to visit during the monsoon.
How To Reach Sanchi Stupa:-
This tourist destination can be connected by air, road or train conveniently. By Air, the nearest air port is located in Bhopal, which is known as Raja Bhoj Airport. From here, one can get flight frequently to several prominent cities, such as Indore, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and the list goes on without facing any difficulty. By Train, both Vidhisha and Bhopal are the closet railway station from here. By opting for hiring cab or taxi, one can reach the tourist destination easily. By Road, the connectivity among Sanchi Stupa and other cities of India is smoothly for the travelers. There are several options which can be executed by travelers like buses run by state government, private taxi or cab.
